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Tag Archives: purpose
IN TOUCH DAILY: JUNE 26
The Difference Between Wants and Needs Psalm 34:8-10 Sometimes we confuse wants and needs. We can become so focused on our wants that they feel critical to our well-being. Then, when God doesn’t meet our “need,” we get angry … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: JUNE 25
Feasting on the Word 1 Peter 2:2-3 Have you ever watched an infant eat? A baby clutches the bottle, smacks his lips, and makes noises of contentment. He thoroughly enjoys his milk. But there comes a time when milk … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: JUNE 12
Jesus Christ, Our Judge 2 Corinthians 5:6-10 The Word of God reveals that Jesus Christ will one day judge every person who has ever lived (Acts 10:42). At that time, unbelievers will be exiled from God’s presence, and believers will … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 28
Why Does God Allow Storms in Our Life? Jonah 1:1-17 No one likes turbulent times, but until we reach heaven, they will be a part of our life. The underlying foundation for understanding the storms we encounter is found in … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 22
How to Reach Your Goals 1 Kings 5:1-12; 1 Kings 6:38 When setting goals, here are five things to consider: Cooperation is needed. First, we cooperate with God by agreeing to His plan. Second, we enlist the cooperation of others, … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: MAY 6
Jesus, the Faithful Witness Revelation 1:4-8 John wrote the book of Revelation to encourage Christians being heavily persecuted by the Roman emperor Domitian. Approximately 25 years earlier Rome had destroyed Jerusalem and taken away Christians’ rights. Many believers were beginning … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: APRIL 28
The Purpose of Life 2 Corinthians 3:12-18 Why am I here? Everyone wonders this at some point. Some theories suggest that we’re merely taking up space and will return to nothingness when we die. There are also people who say … Continue reading
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IN TOUCH DAILY: APRIL 20
Does God Have Favorites? James 2:18-23 God doesn’t play favorites. He makes choices and decrees, but Scripture repeatedly testifies to His impartiality (Deut. 10:17; Rom. 2:11; Col. 3:25). Sometimes, though, it doesn’t seem that way. Look at the nation of … Continue reading
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